Vacuum Gas Oil

Safety Data Sheet

according to Regulation (EC) No. 453/2010 Revision date: 22/07/2011 Supersedes: 21/12/2010 Version: 1.0

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier : Substance : Gas oils(petroleum), light vacuum : Vacuum Gas Oil : 265-059-9 : 64741-58-8 : 01-2119475498-21-0044 : 256 SDS#PbR00256 : VGO, VGOHS Chemical type Substance name Trade name EC no CAS No. REACH registration No. Product code Synonyms 1.2. 1.2.1.

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Relevant identified uses : Manufacture of substances Intermediate Formulation [mixing] of preparations and/or re-packaging Coatings Release agent. Building and construction work. Road work Manufacture of rubber products. Fuels Lubricant Functional fluids Explosive Binding agent Use in Oil and Gas field drilling and production operations Metal working fluids

Use of the substance/preparation

1.2.2.

Uses advised against

No additional information available 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Petrobras International Braspetro B.V. PIB BV Prins Bernhardplein 200, 1097 JB Amsterdam The Netherlands All communications shall be addressed exclusively to the following address: Petrobras Europe Ltd 4th Floor, 20 North Audley Street London W1K 6WL United Kingdom Fax number: +44(0) 20 7355 8750 E-mail: reach@petrobras.com.br 1.4. Emergency telephone number : For Chemical Emergency, Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure or Accident Call CHEMTREC Day or Night Within USA and Canada: 1-800-424-9300 Outside USA and Canada (collect calls accepted): 1-703-527-3887

Emergency number

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture H332 H315 H351 H373 H304 H411 Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] Acute Tox. 4 (Inhalation) Skin Irrit. 2 Carc. 2 STOT RE 2 Asp. Tox. 1 Aquatic Chronic 2

Full text of H-phrases: see section 16. Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC N; R51/53 Xn; R65 Xn; R20 Xi; R38 Carc.Cat.3; R40 Full text of R-phrases: see section 16.

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Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects On exposure to high temperature, may decompose, releasing toxic gases. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. 2.2. Label elements :

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] Hazard pictograms (CLP)

GHS07

GHS08

GHS09

Signal word (CLP) Hazard statements (CLP)

: Danger : H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H315 - Causes skin irritation H332 - Harmful if inhaled H351 - Suspected of causing cancer H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects : P261 - Avoid breathing mist, spray, vapours. P280 - Wear eye protection, protective clothing, protective gloves, face protection. P301+P310 - If swallowed, immediately call a doctor. P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting P332+P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P501 - Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point.

Precautionary statements (CLP)

2.3.

Other hazards : Combustible liquid. Spilled material may present a slipping hazard. Repeated exposure may cause liver damage or failure. May cause photosensitization.

This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT/vPvB criteria of REACH, annex XIII. other hazards which do not result in classification

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Name
Gas oils(petroleum), light vacuum

Substances Product identifier

(CAS No.) 64741-58-8 (EC no) 265-059-9

%
100

Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC

Xn; R65 Xn; R20 Carc.Cat.3; R40 Xi; R38 N; R51/53

Name

Product identifier

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]

Asp. Tox. 1, H304 Carc. 2, H351 Skin Irrit. 2, H315 Acute Tox. 4 (Inhalation), H332 STOT RE 2, H373 Aquatic Chronic 2, H411

Gas oils(petroleum), light vacuum

(CAS No.) 64741-58-8 (EC no) 265-059-9

100

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases: see section 16. 3.2. Mixtures

Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures : Consult a doctor/medical service if you feel unwell. : Remove victim to fresh air. In case of breathing difficulties administer oxygen. If symptoms persist call a doctor. : Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. : Rinse immediately and thoroughly, pulling the eyelids well away from the eye (15 minutes minimum). Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, take medical advice. : If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice (show the label where possible). First-aid measures general First-aid measures after inhalation First-aid measures after skin contact First-aid measures after eye contact

First-aid measures after ingestion 4.2.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed : Repeated exposure may cause liver damage or failure. May cause photosensitization.

Symptoms/injuries

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Symptoms/injuries after inhalation

: sensation of dryness and pain in the nose. irritation of mucous membranes. High concentration of vapours may induce: headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea and vomiting. Excessive concentrations may lead to unconsciousness. : Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis and defatting. Redness. : Slight eye irritant. : Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. stomach pain.

Symptoms/injuries after skin contact Symptoms/injuries after eye contact Symptoms/injuries after ingestion 4.3.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treat symptomatically. Symptoms may be delayed.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media : carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical powder, foam. Water spray. : Do not use a water jet since it may cause the fire to spread. Suitable extinguishing media: Unsuitable extinguishing media 5.2.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture : Combustible liquid. Will float and can be reignited on water surface. On combustion, forms: carbon oxides (CO and CO2). Nitrogen oxides (NOx). : In closed containers, pressure build up could result in distortion, blowing and in extreme cases bursting of the container. May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.

Fire hazard Explosion hazard 5.3. Advice for firefighters

Firefighting instructions Protective equipment for firefighters Other information

: Cool tanks/drums with water spray/remove them into safety. : In case of fire: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Refer to section 8. : A layer of floating combustible liquid may be present.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. 6.1.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures For non-emergency personnel : Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Remove all sources of ignition. Stop leak if safe to do so. Contact with walking surface may result in formation of slippery film/falling hazard. Refer to section 8.

Protective equipment

6.1.2.

For emergency responders : In case of fire: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Refer to section 8. : Contact with walking surface may result in formation of slippery film/falling hazard. Keep upwind. Eliminate all sources of ignition, avoid sparks, flames and do not smoke in risk area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Protective equipment Emergency procedures

6.2.

Environmental precautions

Do not discharge into drains or the environment. Prevent spreading over great surfaces (e.g. by damming or installing oil booms). 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up : Absorb with liquid-binding material (e.g. sand, diatomaceous earth, acid- or universal binding agents). Sweep up or vacuum up the product. Place spent adsorbent in sealed packages and contact specialist waste disposal contractor. Collect up the product and place it in a spare container: - suitably labelled.

Methods for cleaning up

6.4.

Reference to other sections

Refer to sections 8 and 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling : Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation to minimize vapour concentrations. Avoid contact with skin, eye and clothing. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Keep container closed when not in use. Avoid all unnecessary exposure. Do not eat, drink and do not smoke in areas where product is used. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Precautions for safe handling

7.2.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities : Use only in well-ventilated areas. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. : Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. : Strong oxidizing agents. Strong acid.

Technical measures: Storage condition(s) Incompatible materials 7.3. Specific end use(s)

No additional information available

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SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters Vacuum Gas Oil (64741-58-8) DNEL/DMEL (Workers) Acute - systemic effects, inhalation Long-term - systemic effects, dermal Long-term - systemic effects, inhalation DNEL/DMEL (General population) Acute - systemic effects, inhalation Long-term - systemic effects, inhalation Long-term - systemic effects, dermal 8.2. Exposure controls : Exposures should be minimized in accordance with good industrial hygiene practices. Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation to minimize vapour concentrations. Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Use explosion-proof electrical equipment. : Protective goggles. Gloves. Protective clothing. Combined gas/dust mask with filter type A/P2. Appropriate engineering controls

4300 mg/m 2.9 mg/kg bodyweight/day 68 mg/m/day 2600 mg/m 20 mg/m/day 1.3 mg/kg bodyweight/day

Personal protective equipment

Hand protection Eye protection Skin and body protection Respiratory protection Environmental exposure controls

: Impermeable protective nitrile gloves. : Chemical goggles or face shield with safety glasses. : Wear suitable protective clothing. Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing. : In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Combined gas/dust mask with filter type A/P2. In confined space use self-contained breathing apparatus. : Contain any spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams. Relevant water authorities should be notified of any large spillage to water course or drain.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties : Liquid : Oily. : No data available : hydrocarbons. : No data available : No data available : No data available : No data available : 273-401.5 C ASTM D86 : 108 ASTM D93 C : No data available : No data available : No data available : No data available : >1 : 0.93 g/cm : insoluble in water. : >3 : No data available : No data available : 7.77 cSt (at 40 C) : No data available : No data available : No data available Physical state Appearance Colour Odour Odour threshold pH Melting point Solidification point Boiling point Flash point Relat. evapor. rate comp. to butylacetate Flammability (solid, gas) Explosive limits Vapour pressure Relative vapour density at 20 C Relative density Solubility Log Pow Self ignition temperature Decomposition temperature Viscosity, kinematic Viscosity, dynamic Explosive properties Oxidising properties 9.2. Other information

No additional information available

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SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity No additional information available 10.2. Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions. 10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

None known. 10.4. Conditions to avoid

Avoid ignition sources. heat sources. High temperature. Incompatible materials. 10.5. Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizing agents. strong acids. 10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

low molecular weight hydrocarbons. Carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Nitrogen oxides (NOx). Sulfur oxides. On exposure to high temperature, may decompose, releasing toxic gases.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects : Harmful if inhaled. > 2000 mg/kg > 5000 mg/kg 4.1 mg/l/4h : Causes skin irritation. : Not classified Not irritating Respiratory or skin sensitisation Germ cell mutagenicity Carcinogenicity Reproductive toxicity Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Vacuum Gas Oil (64741-58-8) NOAEL (dermal,rat/rabbit,90 days) Aspiration hazard Potential Adverse human health effects and symptoms Other information : Not classified Not sensitizing : Not classified : Suspected of causing cancer. : Not classified : Not classified : May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Acute toxicity Vacuum Gas Oil (64741-58-8) LD50 oral rat LD50 dermal rabbit LC50 inhalation rat (mg/l) Skin corrosion/irritation Serious eye damage/irritation

30 mg/kg bodyweight/day : May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. : Repeated exposure may cause liver damage or failure. May cause photosensitization. Absorbed through the skin. Prolonged/repetitive skin contact may cause skin defattening or dermatitis. : Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans (IARC Group 3).

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity : In case of large spills the product may be hazardous to aquatic organisms due to possible formation of a film on the surface water which can diminish dissolved oxygen levels. : Photo-chemical ozone recomposition potential:. : Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. 21 mg/l 96 hours > 1000 ppm 40 hours - microorganism > 5.3 mg/l 48 hours 0.2 mg/l 21 days- daphnia 0.083 mg/l 14 days 22 mg/l 72 hours Ecology - general Ecology - air Ecology - water Vacuum Gas Oil (64741-58-8) LC50 fishes LC50 other aquatic organisms EC50 Daphnia NOEC (acute) NOEC (chronic) ErC50 (algae) 12.2. Persistence and degradability Product is not easily biodegradable.
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12.3.

Bioaccumulative potential >3

Vacuum Gas Oil (64741-58-8) Log Pow 12.4. Mobility in soil

No additional information available 12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Vacuum Gas Oil (64741-58-8) This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT/vPvB criteria of REACH, annex XIII. 12.6. Other adverse effects

No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods : Disposal must be done according to official regulations. Dispose of this material and its container to hazardous or special waste collection point. Regional legislation (waste)

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / ADNR / IMDG / ICAO / IATA 14.1. UN number UN-No. 14.2. UN proper shipping name : ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. : UN 3082 ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S., 9, III, (E) : 3082

Proper shipping name Transport document description 14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

Class (UN) Hazard labels (UN)

: 9 : 9

14.4.

Packing group : III

Packing group (UN) 14.5. Environmental hazards

Marine pollutant

Other information 14.6. 14.6.1. Special precautions for user Overland transport

: No supplementary information available.

Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) Classification code Orange plates

: 90 : M6 :

Tunnel restriction code Limited quantities (ADR) Excepted quantities (ADR) EAC code 14.6.2. 14.6.3. Transport by sea Air transport

: E : LQ07 : E1 : 3Z

No additional information available No additional information available

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Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. 15.1.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture EU-Regulations : Compliance with following regulations: Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 as amended. Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 as amended. Directive 1999/45/EC as amended. Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.

No ingredients included in the REACH Candidate list Other regulations, restrictions and prohibition regulations 15.1.2. National regulations

No additional information available 15.2. Chemical safety assessment

CSA has been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases: ------ Acute Tox. 4 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (inhalation) Category 4 ------ Aquatic Chronic 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard Category 2 ------ Asp. Tox. 1 Aspiration hazard Category 1 ------ Carc. 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 ------ Skin Irrit. 2 skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 ------ STOT RE 2 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 ------ H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways ------ H315 Causes skin irritation ------ H332 Harmful if inhaled ------ H351 Suspected of causing cancer ------ H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure ------ H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects ------ R20 Harmful by inhalation. ------ R38 Irritating to skin. ------ R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect ------ R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. ------ R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
SDS PETROBRAS USES
The information presented in this Safety Data Sheet is based on current knowledge and is believed to be complete and accurate. It describes the product for the purposes of health, safety and environment requirements only and shall, therefore, be used only as a guide. The data refers to a specific product and may not be valid for combined uses with other products. It is the users obligation to evaluate and use this product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Petrobras shall not be responsible for any damage or injury resulting from abnormal use or from any failure to adhere to recommended practices.

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